Young Man Fatally Shot in Vehicle Crash in North St. Louis

A 20-year-old man was discovered fatally shot inside a vehicle that had crashed in North St. Louis on Saturday afternoon. According to the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department, officers responded shortly after 1 p.m. to a collision on the 5000 block of Hebert Street, near Fairground Park. Upon arrival, they found a Chevrolet Malibu overturned with a male victim inside who had sustained gunshot wounds. The victim, identified as Jermaine Williams Jr. from Florissant, was declared dead at the scene. Authorities are investigating the circumstances leading to both the crash and the shooting. They urge anyone with pertinent information to contact the Homicide Division at 314-444-5371. To provide tips anonymously and possibly receive a monetary reward, residents can call CrimeStoppers at 866-371-TIPS (8477). Support resources for crime victims are available through various local programs. The Crime Victim Center of St. Louis offers multiple services, including direct assistance and advocacy to foster systemic awareness and reform. The Life Outside of Violence program aids individuals impacted by gunshot wounds, stabbings, or assaults, offering treatment and support to break the cycl...